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AFA Origins
Date: Sep 14, 2021
Learn about how the AFA was established in our province by peering back in time at its origins and some of the first art and artists it supported.
Take part in art & celebrate 30 years of the AFA!
Date: Sep 6, 2021
The AFA encourages all Albertans to “take part in art” this September and rediscover Alberta’s unique and exceptional arts scene.
AFA Pluralism Arts Policy Consultants Announced
Date: Aug 18, 2021
After a competitive procurement process, Parodos Social Marketing will make recommendations to implement the AFA's Pluralism policy.
AFA 2021-22 Spending Plan
Date: Jun 25, 2021
A message from AFA Board Chair, Mary Rozsa de Coquet, regarding the AFA's 2021-22 spending plan.
AFA engagement (April 2021): What We Heard
Date: Jun 25, 2021
In April 2021 the AFA sought feedback through targeted engagement on stakeholder challenges and anticipated needs to inform its 2021-22 spending plan.
One-on-one consultations for Alberta writers
Date: Jun 10, 2021
The AFA is offering one-on-one consultations, region by region, to all Alberta writers who have questions about the literary arts program.
Budget 2021
Date: Feb 26, 2021
On February 25, the Alberta government announced details of its 2021-22 budget.
Work of the Week: "Making Faces" Heather Shillinglaw
Date: Nov 20, 2020
This week’s Work of the Week is "Making Faces" by Métis artist Heather Shillinglaw.
AFA remembers John "Jock" Osler
Date: Aug 11, 2020
We at the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) are very saddened to learn of the passing of John “Jock” Osler.
AFA Art on Display | Yorath House
Date: Dec 19, 2019
Nestled in Edmonton's river valley is a gem of modernist style -- Yorath House, which now playing host to several artworks from the AFA's collection!